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2018-06-29 04:25:06
I’ve had a giant white patch over my shoulder and down my back my whole life that can only be seen when I tan or burn due to the fact that it usually blends in with my white skin. I have no odd medical history and I’ve always been curious towards what this is.
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Just send me the picture... Because it foremost important to diagnose the cause of hypopigmentation Also discuss in detail in online chat section

Answered2018-06-29 06:41:33

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